EnvironmentCalifornia's Largest Water Supplier Says Federal Water Bill Goes Too FarAugust 7, 2017 | Amy QuintonA federal water bill that supporters say will streamline dam and water storage projects in California faces an uphill battle in the Senate. One of the largest water suppliers in the state says it's unlikely to support it. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezUC Davis Firearm Violence Research Center Director Garen Wintemute Explains Focus On New Research Into PreventionAugust 7, 2017 | Chris RemingtonThe new UC Davis Firearm Violence Research Center opened this July, a first of its kind institution focused on gun violence research and prevention. Center Director Garen Wintemute explains the focus of their research in the coming months. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCandidate for California Governor Gavin Newsom Far Ahead In Race For CashAugust 4, 2017 | Chris NicholsNewsom has raised more money during first half of this year than the three other top Democrats in the governor's race – combined.
State Government$1 Billion Worth Of Claims For Oroville Dam Damages Filed With The State Of CaliforniaAugust 4, 2017 | Ben AdlerOne week before the deadline to formally seek payment from the state of California for damages stemming from the Oroville Dam’s spillway failure this year, the state has received 93 claims worth a combined $1.1 billion. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCapitol Chat: Butte County Farmers Sue California Over Oroville Dam CrisisAugust 4, 2017 | Chris RemingtonThe recent claim brought by two Butte County farmers against the state of California for the Oroville Spillway crisis raises the question: “How does one sue the state?” State Government Reporter Ben Adler explains in this week’s Capitol Chat. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentThink California Owes You Money For Damages? Here’s How To Seek Payment.August 3, 2017 | Ben AdlerA Butte County walnut farmer has filed a $15 million claim with the state of California as a result of the Oroville Dam’s spillway failure this year. That precursor to a lawsuit got us wondering: How do you sue the state?
EnvironmentGov. Brown Declares State Of Emergency To Fight Modoc County's BlazesAugust 3, 2017(AP) - California Gov. Jerry Brown has declared a state of emergency for Modoc County after several fires ignited by lighting threatened homes, power lines and prompted mandatory evacuations.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezEmily Bazar Explains Big Changes Coming To Covered CaliforniaAugust 3, 2017 | Chris RemingtonParticipants in the state’s healthcare exchange will see premium increases next year and a potential surcharge because of lost federal subsidies. Emily Bazar has been following Covered California closely, she joins Insight to explain. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentHousing Negotiations Move Ahead Over Legislative RecessAugust 2, 2017 | Ben AdlerCalifornia’s housing crisis will take center stage when state lawmakers return from summer recess later this month. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezPolitiFact California: Checking Lt. Gov. Newsom's Claims On Universal Healthcare And EconomyAugust 2, 2017 | Chris RemingtonGavin Newsom recently made some interesting claims on universal healthcare and the rapid economic growth of one California region. PolitiFact California Reporter Chris Nichols has the story. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
